USS Cyclops (Wrack)
Why dive here
With 42+ marine species recorded in the area - including sea turtles - USS Cyclops (Wrack) offers some of North Carolina's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 12-28°C, warmest July, August, September.
Okay, so you’re looking for a wreck that really tells a story, and the USS Cyclops delivers. This isn't just a hunk of metal on the seabed, it’s a genuine mystery, gone without a trace in 1918 with over 300 souls. The sheer scale of the unknown here adds a certain thrill to the dive. We love that feeling of dropping down, knowing you’re exploring something historically significant, something very few people ever get to see. It’s a deep dive, often in challenging conditions with currents and surge. Visibility can be hit or miss, but on a good day, when that sun breaks through and illuminates the skeletal remains, it’s magic. You’ll find sand tiger sharks patrolling the deeper sections, and we often spot large schools of jacks swirling around the more intact structures. Our favourite moment is finning past the twisted metal, imagining the enormity of the ship, and seeing the resident filefish darting amongst the coral growth. This dive is definitely for experienced wreck divers who appreciate history and aren't afraid of a bit of a challenge. Bring your best navigation skills and a good dive computer.
Safety Notes
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for USS Cyclops (Wrack)
USS Cyclops (Wrack) Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for USS Cyclops (Wrack), sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (34.6, -76.6) (0km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
23°C
73°F · Range: 19.9–26.4°C
Air Temperature
20°C
67°F
Wind Speed
1.8 m/s
3.5 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1016.7 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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